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1) You are a star, Jane Goodall

Author

Robbins, Dean

Series

You are a star

Publisher

Scholastic Press

Pub. Date

2023.

Language

English

Description

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"Using a unique mix of first-person narrative, hilarious comic panels, and essential facts, Dean Robbins introduces young readers to an scientific trailblazer. The second book in an exciting new nonfiction series, You Are a Star, Jane Goodall focuses on Jane's lifelong mission to understand the chimpanzees and protect the planet. Hatem Aly's spot-on comic illustrations bring this icon to life, and engaging back matter instructs readers on how to be...

2) Visionary women: how Rachel Carson, Jane Jacobs, Jane Goodall, and Alice Waters changed our world

Author

Barnet, Andrea

Language

English

Formats

Book, eAudiobook, eBook, Kindle

Description

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This is the story of four visionaries who profoundly shaped the world we live in today. Together, these women showed what one person speaking truth to power can do. With a keen eye for historical detail, Andrea Barnet traces the arc of each woman's career and explores how their work collectively changed the course of history. Consummate outsiders, each prevailed against powerful and mostly male adversaries while also anticipating the disaffections...

3) I am Jane Goodall

Author

Meltzer, Brad

Series

Ordinary people change the world (Picture books)

Publisher

Dial Books for Young Readers

Pub. Date

[2016]

Language

English

Formats

Book, NB - Locally Owned

Description

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Presents an illustrated biography of the conservationist and scientist known for her work with chimpanzees and her championing of animal rights.

4) Jane Goodall: chimpanzee expert & activist

Author

Hansen, Grace

Series

History maker biographies

Language

English

Formats

Book, eBook

Description

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Describes the life and accomplishments of the English scientist who has dedicated her life to studying chimpanzees in the wild and working for their protection.

5) Untamed: the wild life of Jane Goodall

Author

Silvey, Anita

Publisher

National Geographic

Pub. Date

[2015]

Language

English

Description

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"This biography for children will trace Goodall's life, but each chapter will also focus on two or more the chimpanzees that she observed, with information in sidebars about these particular animals. Along with biographical details, the book will explore the ethical issues that surround Goodall's work and show what has changed in our understanding of Great Apes. What do we know today about these animals in terms of language, speech, tool use, and...